In today’s newsletter, what exactly is brain fog? Plus, do collagen supplements work and how to prevent age-related memory loss.

But first, let’s talk about what it means if your hormones are unbalanced.  

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Social media is filled with people telling women that if they don’t feel well, it’s because their hormones are out of whack. But what does that actually mean, and would something as simple as changing your diet help?

We asked the experts to break down how hormones keep your body in balance, what to do if you’re feeling off-kilter, and what kind of hormone imbalances require medical intervention.  

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— Frozen shoulder is a real condition—and it mostly affects women 
— This is the biggest health challenge women face in their 40s 

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Do you really need to take those vitamins? Experts agree that most people don't need to supplement all the vitamins they often think they do. That includes vitamins A and E, which are associated with unique risks.

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— These vitamins and minerals work better when eaten together 

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Forgetting a word or missing an appointment might be embarrassing, but it doesn’t mean your memory is doomed after middle age.

From how much exercise you should do to which foods to eat, these are the changes you can make to prevent age-related memory loss. 

BEFORE YOU GO: That poison fruit from ‘The White Lotus’? It’s real, and it could kill you.  

Today’s newsletter was edited and curated by Jennifer Baik and produced by Amanda Williams-Bryant. Did someone forward this to you? Sign up here to get this newsletter and more.